Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel – Family Hotel in Orlando | From 92$/Night

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About the Hotel

7299 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819

“The location is fantastic, with shops and restaurants just around the corner!”view full review

Rooms & Amenities

The Best Western Orlando Gateway Hotel offers 298 air-conditioned rooms with exterior corridor access. Each room includes an iPod docking station, a safe, cable satellite TV with HBO, and free high-speed internet. Some rooms feature a pool view, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a sitting area with a sofa bed. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and window guards.

Dining Options

The hotel houses Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill, serving Caribbean-inspired casual dining and traditional American cuisine. Jack's Lounge operates from 5 PM to midnight. The Shades Deli offers beverages and light meals from 7 AM to 11 PM. A poolside bar is available for drinks.

Leisure & Recreation

Guests can use the outdoor heated pool, two hot tubs, a fitness center with cardio and weight-training equipment, and a half basketball court. The game room and fitness center are open 24 hours. The property also has a spa and a golf course nearby.

Location & Transport

Located on International Drive in Orlando's Florida Center, the hotel is less than 10 miles from Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios. A complimentary shuttle runs to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, SeaWorld, and Walt Disney World. Nearby attractions include Belz Factory Outlet Malls, Pointe Orlando, and ICON Park.

Guest Services

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk with free newspapers, a business center with meeting rooms, and guest laundry facilities. Corporate travelers have easy access to the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center and Lockheed Martin. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Premium Room 2 Double Beds a Water view

2 persons

30 m²

2 Double beds

Air conditioning

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Double Room Two Double Beds Non-Smoking

2 persons

26 m²

3 Double beds

Air conditioning

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Premium Room 1 King Bed a Water view

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Queen Room Roll Shower Disability Access

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Orlando 11.5 km

Airports

Orlando International (MCO) 20.0 km

Orlando Executive (ORL) 21.4 km

Train

Church Street Station 12.2 km

Woodsmere Sub-Station 13.4 km

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Breakfast Experience

“I had a great time enjoying breakfast at the restaurant. The buffet offered a variety of options, and I especially loved the made-to-order omelet station. The waffles shaped like Mickey Mouse were a good touch, made the mornings even more special.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“The pool and jacuzzi were excellent! I appreciated the ample shaded seating around the pool, making it easy to relax and unwind. It was never too crowded, great to enjoy some peaceful afternoons soaking up the sun.” view full review

Fun for the Kids

“My children loved the basketball half-court available at the hotel. It kept them entertained while we enjoyed our time. The activities were not just enjoyable for them but also helped us as a family to bond and have fun together.” view full review

Convenient Parking Facilities

“I found the free parking at the hotel to be incredibly convenient. It made it easy for us to explore the area without worrying about parking fees or finding a spot every time we returned.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Services

Paid shuttle service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Shoe shine service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Jacuzzi
Shallow end

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Mirror
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

7299 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819

Map view

7299 Universal Boulevard, Orlando, Florida, United States, 32819

City landmarks

Landmark

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

2.5 km

Theme Park

Universal Studios Florida

2.8 km

Amusement Park

Universal Orlando Resort

2.8 km

Theme Park

Universal's Islands of Adventure

2.5 km

Landmark

The Wheel at ICON Park

2.1 km

Museum

Ripley's Believe It or Not

1.9 km

Museum

Titanic The Artifact Exhibition

1.1 km

Landmark

Universal CityWalk Orlando

2.5 km

Amusement Park

Universal's Volcano Bay

3.2 km

Parking area

ICON Park

2.1 km

Landmark

Fun Spot USA

1.6 km

Mall

Orlando International Premium Outlets

2.2 km

Landmark

Wet 'n Wild

730 m

Theme Park

Magical Midway

1.1 km

Landmark

Gator Golf And Adventure Park

1.2 km

Landmark

Pirates Dinner Adventure Orlando

690 m

Landmark

Extreme Dinosaurs

750 m

Landmark

Our Body: The Universe Within

800 m

Museum

Madame Tussauds Orlando

1.9 km

Golf Course

Lost Caverns Adventure Golf

1.3 km

Landmark

Coco Key Water Resort

960 m

Landmark

Mercado Mediterranean Village Shopping Center

1.3 km

Landmark

Alligator Alley

1.2 km

Event hall

Hard Rock Orlando

2.1 km

Landmark

SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium

2.0 km

Landmark

Sleuths Dinner Show

1.8 km

Landmark

Kings Orlando

1.8 km

Theme Park

Fun Spot America Orlando

1.9 km

Landmark

Universal Studios Orlando

4.4 km

Landmark

Bayhill Plaza Shopping Center

4.3 km

Nearby

Golf Course

Lost Caverns Adventure Golf

390 m

LAX Nightclub

550 m

Restaurants

Sharky & Jack's Bar & Grill

0 m

7299 Universal Blvd

Red Lobster

810 m

5936 International Drive

Applebee's

1.0 km

6324 International Dr

Cafe Mineiro Brazilian Steakhouse

1.2 km

6432 International Dr

Pio Pio Restaurant

1.0 km

5752 International Dr

Zaman Cuisine

1.2 km

6400 International Dr Suite 140

Coco Thai Cuisine

920 m

6304 International Dr Unit D

TGI Fridays

900 m

6424 Carrier Dr

Whirly Dome

1.3 km

6464 International Dr

Bloodhound Brew

1.3 km

6464 International Dr

Bawarchi Biryanis Orlando

970 m

6315 International Dr International Drive

Aashirwad Indian Food and Bar

1.1 km

7000 S. Kirkman road

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

James

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

This hotel was great value for the money. Location was great for Universal, clean rooms, and helpful staff.

Rooms

8.0

Our room was clean and comfortable, with two double beds. It wasnt fancy, but it was functional and clean. Are what you get everywhere else with 2 double beds and a decent size so when you factor in the price and location this hotel is fantastic value for money

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Everyone was very kind and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The location is great if you plan to visit Universal Studios or shop at the outlet shopping center nearby.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was okay but a bit pricey.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had a nice pool and a few other facilities, but we didn't really use them. Seemed clean and well maintained.

Scott

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

Amazing location, comfy beds, and super friendly staff! The breakfast was a bit pricey, but overall a great experience.

Rooms

8.0

The beds were comfy, the room was clean, and the mini-fridge was a nice touch. It was a Beautiful Room with Two Double Beds.

Service

10.0

The staff was absolutely amazing - incredibly kind and helpful! They went out of their way to accommodate my family's needs.

Location

10.0

Perfect location for visiting Universal Studios and other attractions! So close by.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was part of a restaurant and was a little pricey, but the staff were very kind.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had a convenient on-site store. Didn't use other facilities so cant comment.

Nathan

United States, June 2024

7.0/10

The hotel was a bit dated, but the amazing staff and great location made up for it. It's a good value for the money.

Rooms

7.0

The room was a bit dated, but overall clean and comfortable. The smell of humidity was noticeable, also needed a thorough cleaning

Service

10.0

The staff was amazing throughout the hotel. They were incredibly friendly and helpful, always willing to go the extra mile.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, close to Universal Studios and all the major attractions. was great for universal studios/boulevard and for outlet shopping

Dining

6.0

The breakfast buffet was okay, but a bit pricey for what it was. was $ 10/person and was mediocre, was good value compared to other breakfast buffets in the area that we saw

Facilities

8.0

The pool was nice, a great place to relax after a long day at the parks. , nice to chill out after the parks

Daniel

United States, June 2024

9.0/10

The customer service was excellent, they really went the extra mile to make sure we had a good time! There were a few hiccups with our rooms but it all worked out eventually and the final room was perfect.

Rooms

8.0

We had to change rooms a couple of times due to issues, but the final room was great!

Service

10.0

The customer service was absolutely amazing. The staff were incredibly understanding and went above and beyond to help us. They really exceeded expectations.

Location

6.0

I dont know much about the location.

Dining

5.0

I didn't eat at the hotel restaurant.

Facilities

5.0

I didn't use any facilities other than the rooms.

Alice

United States, April 2024

8.0/10

The hotel was great! Everything was super convenient, and the staff were so friendly and helpful. I especially appreciated the clean room and the amazing view of the lake. Would definitely stay again!

Rooms

8.0

My room was very clean, with fresh towels every day. The view of the lake was a plus! It was a Standard Room with Two Double Beds, and while it wasn't luxurious, it was perfectly comfortable and clean.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly helpful and polite. They went above and beyond to answer my questions and address any concerns I had. They were always smiling and cheerful.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal. It's a short walk to International Drive and Universal Studios, and there's even a bus stop right next to the hotel!

Dining

5.0

I didn't actually eat at the hotel, so I can't comment on the dining options.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel has great facilities, including a pool. Everything seemed well-maintained and clean.